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#155 Tim Whalen

Tim Whalen moved to the Toronto area in the mid-80’s when metal ruled the earth. Punk was pretty much dead and was crossing over into heavy metal. Tim was always musical and had an urge to leave his small town in New Brunswick and when the opportunity came to stay in Toronto and not go home, Tim stayed. After playing in countless bands as the lead singer and front man, Tim found a career in iron work. Tim has just finished his BA in Forensic Psychology and is going for his PHD. It’s a big long stretch between rocker and doctor (rhyme unintentional) but Tim has done it and his story is equally inspiring.

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